Law Enforcement
Support Retired Deputy to Rebuild After Catastrophic House Fire
Law Enforcement
Catastrophic Loss
United States
Virginia
Created April 21st, 2026

Dan DePalma, a retired Fairfax County, Virginia Law Enforcement Officer, suffered a devastating loss on March 21, 2026, when a catastrophic house fire destroyed everything he owned. His home, personal belongings, vehicles, and even his beloved pet was lost in the tragedy.

The insurance coverage falls far short of what is needed—not only to rebuild his home, but also to replace his vehicles, essential personal property, and the countless items accumulated over a lifetime.

Dan has spent his entire adult life serving others. He has volunteered for years at his local food pantry, helping to feed those in need. He also volunteered his time to his local Fire and Rescue department, working to protect others from the very kind of disaster he is now facing himself.

Today, Dan is the one who needs our help. 

Please help us support him during this unimaginable time as he begins the process of recovering from this devastating loss.

Any donation—no matter the amount—will make a meaningful difference as he begins the long process of rebuilding his life.

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Loudoun Dulles FOP 69
Loudoun Dulles FOP 69 donated $200
2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Dear Loudoun Dulles FOP 69, Thank you so very much for generousn donation

chris griffith
chris griffith donated $10
2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Chris, your generous donation gets me one step closer to accomplishing my rebuild. God bless you and thank you.

Joyce Cox
Joyce Cox donated $50

Thanks for all you do!

2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Joyce Thank you for what you did. Your generous donation helps greatly. God bless you

Doreen Philipps
Doreen Philipps donated $100

God bless you. Hoping you can rebuild before too long.

2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Doreen, God bless you. Your generous donation gets me one step closed, thank you

Jeff Cody
Jeff Cody donated $50

Thank you for your service in my beloved Fairfax county Deputy DePalma.

2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Jeff, I was proud to serve the residents of Fairfax County. Thank you for your generous donation.

Larry Henry
Larry Henry donated $50

Saw the story on NBC 4 Washington on Sunday May 17. Best wishes as you work to rebuild your house and hope you visit a local animal shelter to obtain another pet. Take care.

2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Larry, thank you for your generous donation and gracious comment. My kitty was a rescue and when I rebuild I plan to rescue another cat and a dog. God bless you

Tim McClard
Tim McClard donated $100

Good Luck. And thank you for your service to your community

2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Tim, It was an honor and privilege to serve the my community. Thank you for your donation and god bless you

Stella Cathcart
Stella Cathcart donated $25
2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Stella, thank you for your generous donation. People like you made me proud to serve my community.

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $100
2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Thank you for your donation. Its people like you who make me proud to have served

Anonymous
Anonymous donated $50
2 weeks ago

Reply from Dan DePalma
2 weeks ago

Michelle, thank you for your donation. hopefully sooner than later I be back in my home

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